so i got a new head for my d16z6 block and im kind of confused on setting the timing. before i put the head on, do i spin the camshaft till the "UP" is at the top which is TDC? then do i spin the pulley till the #1 piston is at TDC, then put the head back on? am i getting the right concept here or am i off??

 

The cam gears UP mark should be point up, that is TDC.

The crank pulley "tick" mark should be pointing towards the < mark on the timing covers.

Should like this. < -

<= timing cover.
- = mark on crank pulley.

 

so basically i spin the pulley until the dash mark is in between the "<" mark and its suppose to look like this "< -"? in the picture thats it right?

 

Pretty much, yes. Make sure you are spinning counter clockwise.


I find it easier to set the timing first, and then just check it once it's back togther.

 

how come i have to spin counter clockwise? here are a couple pics.

 

The cam and crank won't stay in time if you turn the crank clockwise (engine turns counterclockwise when running).

 

^That.

Yep, thats what it should look like.
Although, me being very **** when it comes to these things, i like it a little closer.

 

alright thanks...I'm going to re do it after i clean the pistons a little...hopefully it starts ok.

 

use the manual and read step by step and you should be fine.